Sermons on Cities Of Refuge:

Shatzie - My Treasure My Love

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

Many of you know that my mom is German. One day, I asked what “Shatzie” meant and my dad told me that the German word Shatz means “Treasure”! Imagine that! They called each other their treasure all the time.

Shatzie - My Treasure My Love Many of you know that my mom is German. My dad was a staff car driver in the Army and drove all over Germany where He met my mother. After getting married there, they came back to the US and eventually moved to Garland. That’s how I got here! Growing up I would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:21, Psalm 17:7-9, 1 John 4:19, John 3:16, Matthew 24:10-13, Matthew 22:36-40, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Trust In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Emphasize the importance of trusting in the Lord daily, and the benefits, necessity, and rewards that come from doing so, as taught in Proverbs 3:1-6.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a beautiful and timeless passage from the book of Proverbs that teaches us about the benefits, necessity, and rewards of trusting in the Lord. As we gather together to worship and learn, let's remember the words of C.S. Lewis who once ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6

Topics: Trust

Lessons From The Vineyard PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

Explores our connection with God, the growth that comes from abiding in Him, and the necessary pruning process for spiritual maturity.

Good morning, church family. I am thrilled to be standing here before you today, as we gather in the spirit of unity and faith. We are here to engage with the Word of God, to seek His wisdom, and to understand His will for our lives. Today, we will be focusing on Isaiah 27:1-6. Let's read together: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 27:1-6

Topics: Abiding

The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

The importance of engaging with God's Word for spiritual growth, understanding, and as a fundamental aspect of worship.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather here in His name, united by a common thread of faith, hope, and love? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, in our unique ways, have been drawn by the loving hand of our Savior into this sacred ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8

Topics: Foundation Of Worship, Word Of God

The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

The importance of engaging with God's Word for spiritual growth, understanding, and as a fundamental aspect of worship.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather here in His name, united by a common thread of faith, hope, and love? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, in our unique ways, have been drawn by the loving hand of our Savior into this sacred ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8

Topics: Foundation Of Worship, Word Of God

Offering Praises To Our Heavenly Father PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023

Explores God's mighty power, grace, and nearness, encouraging us to manifest His love and faithfulness in our daily lives.

Welcome, dear family of faith, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the all-encompassing umbrella of God's love. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are brought together by a common bond – the unchanging and unfathomable love of our Heavenly Father. In the words ...read more

Topics: God's Watchfulness, Fulfilling Desires

Harden Not Your Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to trust in God's faithfulness and provision during times of struggle, using disappointments as fertile ground for spiritual growth.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. We're gathered here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters united in our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. As we open our hearts and minds to the Word of God, let us remember that we are not alone in our struggles, our disappointments, our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:17-19

Topics: Remove, Stones

We Are Made In The Image Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon explores God's intimate knowledge of us, His presence in our lives, and the value and wonder of life as His cherished creation.

Good morning, family. What a joy it is to gather here, in this place, in God's presence. We're here to share, to learn, and to grow. To be filled with His word, His love, and His truth. Today, we open our hearts to Psalm 139. A beautiful passage, full of hope and wonder. It reads, "O Lord, you have ...read more

Topics: Anti-Abortion

Focus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This sermon encourages maintaining focus on God amidst worldly chaos, understanding current conditions through faith, and living in God's presence despite distractions.

Good morning, church family! It's a blessing to be here with you all today, isn't it? We're gathered here in God's house, ready to share in His word, ready to grow together in our faith. There's a real sense of community here, and I'm so grateful for it. Opening Scripture Reading – Today, we're ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:25

Topics: God, Focus

Abraham And Isaac Trust God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

This sermon explores God's perfect timing and presence in our trials, using the story of Abraham and Isaac as a biblical illustration.

Hey there, family! You know, there's a quote from A.W. Tozer that I've been chewing on lately. He said, "God never hurries. There are no deadlines against which He must work. Only to know this is to quiet our spirits and relax our nerves." Ain't that something? In our fast-paced world, where we're ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-2

Topics: Faith, Sacrifice

Be Thankful For God's Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

This sermon encourages us to understand God's enduring love, express gratitude for His promises, and live a life of thankfulness through prayer and watchfulness.

Good morning, everyone. It's always a joy to see familiar faces and new ones too. We gather here today, in this place, at this time, to share in the love of God. We are here to remind ourselves of His promises and to learn how to live a life of thankfulness. Our guide today is the Holy Scripture. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:34, Colossians 3:17, Colossians 4:2

Topics: Thankful, God's Love

Trusting God In Everything We Do PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 12, 2023

Explores finding hope and renewed strength in God's promises, emphasizing the importance of trust in Him during our weakest moments.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather today, bound by our faith, our love for God, and our shared hope for a brighter tomorrow. Hope. It's a small word, but it carries such weight. It's what keeps us going in our darkest hours. It's what we cling to when the world seems against us. It's what fuels ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Topics: Renewed Strength

The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon explores how the rediscovery and understanding of God's Law transformed the Israelites' worship and relationships, offering guidance for our lives today.

Good morning, church family. We gather here today, hearts filled with hope, eyes lifted to the heavens, ready to hear the words of our Lord. We come with open minds, ready to be filled with His wisdom. We stand on the edge of a new understanding, a new perspective, a fresh revelation of His truth. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8

Topics: Foundation Of Worship, Word Of God

Are You Ready? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Encourages Christians to discern God's signs, commit to discipleship, and patiently await His divine return, while constantly reforming their lives in response to His Word.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are united in spirit and in purpose, bound by the shared desire to understand more deeply the divine mysteries that our Lord has laid out before us in His holy Word. We are here to listen, to learn, and to love - to love the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Disciple, Christ

Finding Peace With Missing Pieces PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon encourages trust in God's promises and plans for our lives, emphasizing hope, peace, and recovery even in times of adversity.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not by chance or coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father has ordained this moment, this message, and this fellowship. We are here because He has a word for us, a word that is as timeless as it is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Topics: Peace, Total Recovery